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Chicago Children's Museum opens new "Tinkering Lab" | Photos
A cool new maker exhibit opens at CCM.
“Creatures of Light” exhibit opens at Field Museum
View bioluminescent beings that pulse with their own light.
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Chicago Children's Museum opens new "Tinkering Lab" | Photos
A cool new maker exhibit opens at CCM.
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The National Hellenic Museum opens its doors
The only U.S. museum dedicated to telling the story of Greek culture and history from ancient to modern times is open for business.
A “Green Revolution” at the Notebaert
The Nature Museum pedals bikes as eco-friendly and fun.
"Told and Retold" at the Art Institute | Exhibit review
It's no secret some of the finest paintings and illustrations can be found in children's books. AIC explores these works in a new, free exhibit.
"Xtreme BUGS" at Brookfield Zoo | Exhibit review
The zoo has some gargantuan new residents.
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Unexpected libraries
The city’s coolest libraries aren’t in libraries at all.
Can't-miss stories
Green screen
Enjoy the great outdoors while taking in a family flick.
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Hot dogs worth a trip
Even in this hot-dog-joint-on-every-corner town, these standouts are worth going the extra mile for.
How to store hard-to-store toys
An architect offers cost-effective tips for tucking away toys, art supplies and other odd-shaped kid treasures.
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